Rachel and Eric are amazing! The studio is clean, everyone is friendly and the instructors are…read moreextremely knowledgeable.

Becky was amazing! She helped my wife (fiancée at the time) and I choreograph our 1st dance at our…read morewedding and we did great. Becky is a very kind and patient teacher with lots of experience!

Absolutely love this studio and the vibe that they bring to it so positive & always have a great…read moreexperience conversing with everyone there :) 10/10 recommend!

VH Dance Centre has been absolutely fantastic in helping me get back on me feet as a ballerina! I…read moreowe them everything! The staff are all so welcoming and friendly and super professional! Tbh, these are the ONLY type of people who should ever be teaching dance!

Fun place to learn dance of all sorts like salsa, bachata, swing, and more! Low pressure and…read morevarious levels of excellence. I think the instructor could really be more specific and a stickler on form because I know I was doing some things very wrong but still pulling em off, so the proper form could be stressed, but all in time I suppose. Fun times learning new things, always. Dancing is fun! OHHH WHAT A FEELING! WHEN I'M DANCING ON YOUR HEEAADD!!!

My fiance and I had a lovely time at Desarge. Their dance floor is the perfect size! We both are…read morenewer to dancing and we had no issues picking up the dance. Our dance was for our wedding day. They customized the dance to our needs and had us choose our own music. We had the whole place to ourselves with our instructor. We had a wonderful time! Highly recommend Desarge Danceworld. They made it easy for us beginners!

My two girls have been dancing here since they were two (in Mommy & Me class). I was careful about…read morechoosing a studio, as I come from a performance background and I know how cutthroat the dance world can be. I was looking for a few things in particular and have been extremely pleased with HDA. Specifically, I was looking for: 1) Choreography and costumes that are age-appropriate. I have a huge problem with the sexualization of young children and I'm happy to say that I have never seen a child at HDA in anything that made me uncomfortable. (So, no five-year-olds twerking in bikinis.) 2) Promoting healthy body image. The dance world (ballet in particular) notoriously pushes dancers to be unhealthily thin. I have never heard of a dancer at HDA being told that they needed to look a certain way in order to dance and I've been happy to see dancers of all sizes and shapes in lead roles over the past several years. 3) Camaraderie among dancers. I have no patience for petty, backstabbing meanness. Dance does have a competitive element to it when it comes to coveted roles and I know how ugly behavior can stem from jealousy. I'm not quite sure how she's done it, but Jennifer has managed to create an environment where the students all genuinely cheer for each other, the older students nurture the younger students, and the younger students admire their leaders. 4) Performance opportunities. I think that publicly putting yourself out there -- in any way, on stage or in a business presentation -- is one of the most terrifyingly vulnerable things someone can do, which is why it's a skill that is good to develop at a young age. HDA finds a way to include even their youngest dancers in their productions (e.g., Reindeer in "The Nutcracker," mice in "Cinderella," guppies in "The Little Mermaid," etc.), which is not true of some other studios in the area. 5) Excellent training. Finding a studio that emphasizes good technique is extremely important, as ballet is the foundation for so many other kinds of dance. My oldest daughter (11) started en pointe this year and I will say that the evaluation to see if she was physically ready was excellent. The studio also encouraged us to see a doctor if we were hesitant, who also gave the green light. And quick note: starting en pointe doesn't mean immediately doing pirouettes in the center. The class moves slowly to properly develop the technique. On the other side of this, both of my girls have repeated dance levels in the past because the instructors didn't feel that they were physically ready to move up. I appreciated that they were looking out for their development and, while my daughters were disappointed, it gave them extra incentive to work toward improving in certain areas so that they would be ready to move up the following year. 6) Nurturing teachers. The fastest way to burn out is to hate going to class. That's never been the case for my daughters at HDA. Starting in the Young Children's Program, the classes are so much fun and so joyful. It really did instill a love of dance early on. Moving into the upper level classes, I see the instructors correcting and challenging the dancers, but never with a hardened rigidity that I've observed elsewhere. Each instructor has their own style, but the constant is the care that they show each dancer as a human being -- and how much they love to teach. I found one studio that had everything on my list: Hinsdale Dance Academy. I haven't been disappointed. Dance at HDA has given my girls confidence, a strong work ethic, opportunities for leadership, and a spirit of sisterhood. They have learned to overcome obstacles, to deal with disappointment gracefully, and the exhilaration that comes with obtaining a long-term goal. I highly recommend it.

Wow this is an AMAZING dance school! My child started taking classes at a very young age and loves…read moreit so much. My daughter comes home from dance and always has a joyful smile on her face. The studio is VERY clean and sanitized. Faculty is great, understanding, and kind. Everyone treats each other with respect and no judgment is made. I have taken my daughter to previous dance studios and she did not love it as much. Hinsdale Dance Academy is amazing. 1000% recommend taking your kid here. Also, I saw a couple of boys taking the class as well and they were treated the same way. Love HDA!

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I've been progressing faster than I expected thanks to the expert instruction I receive during my…read moreprivate lessons. I can not recommend this studio more highly for the method they use teach both footwork and styling while injecting positivity and fun. Just give it a try!

Absolutely excellent. This place is so much more than just dance--it's a space for building…read moreconfidence, making meaningful connections, and even healing your soul. Beyond the joy of movement, I've learned so much about the kinesiology of dance, with valuable insights into core strength, balance, and overall body awareness. What truly sets it apart is how it benefits people of all ages--not just physically, but mentally. I genuinely believe places like this help prevent falls and cognitive decline. It's absolutely worth every penny. Huge shout out to Adrian, Nicole, MacKenzie, Ty, and Jehan! Jehan's smile at the front desk is priceless. Honestly, I come in just as much for our chats as I do to dance.

I feel so blessed to have been introduced to Essence of Life and Jody ! Life changing and body…read morealtering. I am in love with the way I feel and look. I have learned so much. I love the reformer! Lucky enough to have purchased one through Jody and continue to train with her. You can never stop learning !

Essence of Life is a studio where everyone is embraced…read more From the instructors to the members, you will feel welcomed and encouraged. The mat pilates/barre classes with Christine and Andrea will work every bit of your body and leave you feeling stronger every day. The yoga classes range from restorative to power with many conducted in 95 degrees which I personally love! Jodie, Tori, Taryn, Andrea and Lindsey all have different styles, yet I have a hard time deciding between them as they are all terrific! I also love the occasional workshops with fun and different yoga classes and healthy living sessions. (If you've never done breathwork, take Jodie's breathwork and meditation workshop! The experience will surprise you!). I've been coming here for 6 years and I still love every single minute I spend in this space!

I've done Zumba with Connie for over a year now. When I first started Connie made sure I felt…read moreincluded in the group. She learned my name right away and makes sure to learn everyones name. The workout keeps you sweating for the entire hour. Connie makes sure everyone has fun while burning some calories. I would strongly recommend joining the classes!

Connie Rocks!! Her energy, commitment and passion are infectious! I truly enjoy every class and am…read moreextremely upset when I have to miss even one! Thank you Connie!